Nine Minutes in Amboise: Stroll With Me in France

[@jodimartin4250]

What beautiful views Kelly. Thanks for the little tour. The weather looks perfect for you and Roy. Can’t wait to see the flea market video. Have fun. 💐💐

[@BookandPaperArts]

Jodi, we have really had the weather. I like living in Wales but we have rain about 335 days a year, so I am enjoying wearing my summer clothes for a whole ten days! Off to explore. Kelly🌞😎

[@an_eg_creation]

What a wonderful video Kelly, I felt like I was walking right along with you in France. That flea market food looked very yummy!

[@BookandPaperArts]

Thank you, Ellen. The market days are my favourite - gorgeous local food, gorgeous local people (!), and lots of really cute local dogs in backpacks. 🌞😁🥐🥐🥐

[@marmaz57]

Thanks so much for taking us along with you, Kelly!

[@BookandPaperArts]

You are so welcome, Mary. It is my real pleasure.🥐😁🌞

[@jeanbeck3962]

Thank you for this lovely walk. I enjoyed it so much. 🎨🖌

[@BookandPaperArts]

Thank you, Jean. Most of the day was spent in not walking but sitting in the sun in the garden. It was a glorious day. Kelly🌼🥐🎨🌷🌻

[@gristlevonraben]

Thank you for sharing such a lovely stroll. It was very fascinating. I hope your weekend is a great one.

[@BookandPaperArts]

Thank you, Gristle, and I hope you are going to have a creative weekend. 🎨🥐🌼

[@reginaeid1568]

What fun! Thank you so much for sharing your French day to day with us all! And thank your lovely friend Rob for helping out- I enjoyed the market and could smell that beautiful cheese from NJ💕

[@nicolaj3294]

Hi Kelly, well that was a joy, thanks for showing us Amboise. Would love to go to France again one day but being in Australia who knows when I'll get there again. You certainly had me very jealous. OMG a roomba lawnmower, got to get one of those!!

[@BookandPaperArts]

Yikes, Australia is one long flight, indeed. Those roomba lawnmowers fascinate me because back in the day there would have been sheep out there munching the grass down. Far more pastoral. Just a sign of the times. Hope you have a creative weekend! Kelly

[@keystojournaling9290]

Oh I felt like I was with you! What a lovely video Kelly! Thank you so much...going back to my Dulingo French lessons because I will go back to France 🇫🇷 😊

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hi Laurie. Come on over, the water's fine! Oh, and Duolingo is okay but what really bumped up my game was Pimsleur. It costs but it is one of my indulgences as I love traveling in France and I just love learning for its own sake. Keep me posted! Kelly

[@debbieyanta5753]

Loved the video ,and your French is impressive!! The Lawn Rumba was too much, haha, in a good way, never knew there was a rumba for grass!! Funny to admire roof tops, but they are truly beautiful ..oh to travel to France on day!!! Thanks for sharing the adventure !

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hi Debbie. Yeah, the "director" in me thought the lawn roomba was not "on brand" with the beauty and history and then I thought, heck, it is really part of the scene and hilarious. Seriously, whenever we see one, my husband makes me stop and watch it for about 20 minutes. 🙄😁😁

[@LisaSh]

Great video, Kelly! The weather looks glorious and I'm impressed with your command of French and ability to communicate with the natives. Thank you for sharing! 🙏✌️❤️

[@BookandPaperArts]

Thank you, Lisa. It was a glorious day and it looks as though the sun is on its way, again, so fingers crossed and off to a flea market. I speak fluent flea market.😁😉🎨

[@MissDaisyParsley]

Another awesome video! Such beautiful architecture! My mouth is also watering after the market! Thanks for sharing! I was supposed to be in Spain in a few weeks but my trip got cancelled. :( Someday.......

[@BookandPaperArts]

Oh how bothersome. Travel is so haphazard these days. Are you going to try again?

[@Nanakinsz]

I always love all the colors at a fresh market! Talk about inspiring! Then the lines of the Chateau, such killer architecture. And thank you ever so much for the garden and flower shots, too!! There's so much to love here! Keep enjoying your trip!

[@BookandPaperArts]

Thank you for that feedback, Deb. I actually fretted that the flowers were kind of frou frou-y but boy, they are so lovely and I need all of that yellow, so I am glad you agreed. Okay, off to explore now! Kelly🥐🌞

[@karenpuschmann4157]

The best asparagus ever ..feel like I'm on holidays..can't wait to travel again

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hi Karen, it is such a treat. And the strawberries taste like a whole, other, wonderful food. The markets are one of my favourite things in the world. Kelly🌻🌷🌼

[@kimssuitcase735]

I love these videos with you in them. This one makes me happy because having studied French in school for many years as is mandatory in Canada, when I use my crummy French in Montreal..they answer me in English...ca va...oh well. xo

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hi Kim and thanks for the vote of confidence. I actually resist putting myself in videos as I want my art to be the star but well, thank you, my dear. As for using not-good French, it is one of the reasons I stay in smaller towns rather than big cities. I like going where everyone does NOT speak English and if I want a darn sandwich I have to step up to the plate and try or I ain't getting a sandwich! Montreal? I went there a few times and it was lovely and a fun place. Kelly

[@lynnboyd33]

Fabulous video Kelly! Gosh, that farm/bakery market had my tummy growling! I NEED some of that Yum, Yum, Yum bread! And I adored the view you filmed from the Chateau, above all those adorable roofs of homes! This is the stuff of my dreams! Glad your having a blast. thank you.

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hi Lynn, I always take a place where I can do my own cooking thus having a good reason to shop at the market days that I love so much here. They really are a joy.

[@rosannagajdanelson999]

As I sit here with my tea this morning, I am sweep to wonderful moments in France. Beautiful scenery, spring flowers and a baguette - delightful. Picking up a few words from high school French class as well. Thank you!

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hello there, Rosanna. Thank you for touching base. It is nice to know you and your tea are out there and thinking sunny thoughts. Off to explore now. Hope you have a creative weekend! 🌞🥐Kelly

[@mylittlemainecottagestudio]

Love traveling through France with you Kelly! Makes me want to hop on a plane & join you. Wouldn’t it be great to have a Book & Paper Arts all-inclusive retreat there…just letting my mind go…please pardon☺️💕

[@BookandPaperArts]

Valerie, I have actually thought of this and spent some time planning it with Rob (who does all of the driving and on these narrow roads that is something) but there is one problem - finding affordable accommodation for about eight is doable but I have only found such places to have one bathroom and then my thoughts go from creating and pages to the practical and I sigh and put it off. But when I figure out how to schedule six or eight people showering in one go, you will be on my list of who to contact. 😁😎😉🎨🎨🎨

[@NolaTheAlamoChiliQueen]

That is a great idea. I can’t travel at this time but I would love that. I traveled through Eastern Europe years ago and we slept 6 in a 2 room I’m flat, sharing a bath down the hall with 4 others. You just conform to your surroundings, quick cold showers and out to explore. It’s about the experience, not about luxury. And Americans should prepare to WALK, WALK EVEYWHERE, lol.

[@BookandPaperArts]

@@NolaTheAlamoChiliQueen Yes! You got it and you may join the cold shower art club as and when (But, of course, they are French cold showers, right?) You know, Nola, I have thought about it - leading the way to exploring, flea markets, wine tastings, cooking local, and lots of art lessons and making pages in situe. Maybe I should take it more serious! My friend Rob does all the driving so we could get a mini-van or whatnot. On-y-va !

[@fifidubois5514]

I enjoyed that so much... My parents were french/Italian, so watching that touches my soul... ..thank you.. I watched it having my coffee and croissants... Looking forward to your flea market visit. 💕 Can't wait to see the flea market

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hiya. Coffee and croissants sound delightful. I have missed the croissants mostly as the French custom is to have them bright and early and by the time I am out the door at 9:00 they are all long gone. My waistline thanks me. 😁🥐🥐🥐

[@fifidubois5514]

@@BookandPaperArts 🤣🤣... you do so much walking, your waistline would be OK... Get your friend to get up early one morning and get you a couple of croissants.. you can't go to France without eating one.. ( I won't allow it)🤣. Your friend can get himself one too, everyone's happy.... I sound like my bossy Italian nan...💕

[@kymberleegilkey3313]

I can finally comment! I can't wait to see the flea market walkthrough :-) French flohmarkts are my jam.

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hi Kymberlee and welcome! I look forward to your comments. And now I am off to explore. Hope you have a creative weekend! 😉🌻🌷🌼Kelly

[@marcijlo]

Kelly this video is great, more please! I will never get to France. From South Africa it’s much appreciated. I love your arts too! 🥀

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hi Marci. Good morning to South Africa and yes, that is a long trip. I am off to a flea market and an old church and will be back with updates soon! Hope you are having a creative weekend. Kelly

[@blossompetal784]

This was fabulous. I loved it all.

[@BookandPaperArts]

Merci ! Okay, off to the flea markets and back with an update later. 😁🎨🥐🥐🥐

[@ymrabc]

Looks like you are having an amazing time, I’m not jealous at all! 😁

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hi Yvie, if it helps, believe you me I know how lucky I am and I try to enjoy every bit of it. 🥐🌻😉

[@RustToStardust]

Oh Kelly, Thank you so much for that little slice of heaven, and escapism. I'm here in the United States, and it's getting crazier by the moment, can I come join you? This was just so lovely, Please keep em coming! Take care and I raise a toast of vino to you! Sante`

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hiya, Simone. Yes, I am traveling with an American friend (and I have a grown son in America) and yikes, y'all scare me. Okay, only some of y'all. And come on over, the water's fine. (It really is different here. We have problems and make no mistake, but they seem to be less...angry?.) Okay, off to explore and more soon. Hope you have a creative weekend! Kelly

[@jillwright1175]

Fabulous! Thanks!

[@BookandPaperArts]

Thanks bunches, Jill. 🎨🥐

[@lolly7608]

Oh this was lovely Kelly! It’s probably the closest I’m going to get to la belle France this year… can’t wait for the next instalment! 🇫🇷

[@BookandPaperArts]

Good morning, Lorraine! Off to a flea market and I will keep you posted on the treasure. I got two books last week that have crazy, 19th century decopauged covers or something. I will send photos soon. Kelly

[@lolly7608]

@@BookandPaperArts Oooh this excites me!! Hope you have the best time and the treasures call your name… xx

[@debsmith7050]

I should be there :) Glad you shared

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hi Deb, thank you for reminding ME to be here. I find myself thinking about being home with hubby, who even though I miss, I should also be really present where I am now while I am here now. Especially when cheese is involved. 🥐🎨😁😁😁

[@laracraft82]

Your French sounds very good and I bet that risotto will be lovely , one of my favourite foods too. Beautiful fresh food at the market 😋 😍

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hi Lara, it is one of the reasons we take an apartment so we can be self-catering and shop at the markets and enjoy what is local. We also have a good market in Swansea, but you got to get the white asparagus while you can. 🥐🎨😁

[@laracraft82]

@@BookandPaperArts yes don't blame you at all

[@Geemeel1]

Great Vid . your French is actually quite good! trés bien! love your vids , love and light from Europe 💞

[@BookandPaperArts]

Thank you for that, Gee. I only work in three tenses but I am trying to face the subjunctive bravely - maybe next trip. In the meantime, I speak fluent flea market. 😁🎨

[@Geemeel1]

@@BookandPaperArts 😅

[@dianedenison7715]

Love I had agreat mothers day at brewery here in Virginia This France excursion with you has made me smile. All green and beautiful. I had French in school. Nice thoughts. Thanks 😊

[@laracraft82]

I love the buildings in France 🇫🇷 the architecture remember when I went to Paris years ago loved it. My husband's name is called Rob hehe

[@BookandPaperArts]

Hi Lara. All the best to you and your Rob. I am actually starting to miss Swansea! I want to do a video walk-though of Swansea when I get home, similar to this. Kelly

[@laracraft82]

@@BookandPaperArts that would be cool funnily enough we went to Swansea yesterday always like the market there picked up an embroidery sheet as only just started learning and I'm liking it 😀

[@laceyjane4285]

Thank you for sharing ❤ I recently started watching From Austin to Amboise. Btw, love your channel.

[@BookandPaperArts]

Why thank you, Lacey Jane. That is truly nice to hear. Austin to Amboise, eh? I better go and look that up. Thanks!

[@thatweirdchannel122]

You seem like a wonderful human being

[@lauramarycann9590]

just perfect...........

[@sirbimsaranadirangaalmedaa403]

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